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Getting Started
Welcome to Onboard
Onboard is a project management tool designed for small teams. It helps you organize tasks, track deadlines, and collaborate with your team effectively.
Tips:
- Create your free account to get started
- Set up your first workspace for your team
- Invite team members to collaborate
Quick Start Guide
Follow these steps to set up your workspace and start managing projects in minutes.
Steps:
- 1Create an account and verify your email
- 2Create your first workspace (e.g., 'Marketing Team', 'Product Development')
- 3Create a new project within your workspace
- 4Set up columns for your workflow (e.g., To Do, In Progress, Review, Done)
- 5Start adding tasks to your columns
- 6Invite team members to collaborate
Key Concepts
Understanding these core concepts will help you make the most of Onboard.
Details:
- Workspaces contain multiple projects and team members
- Projects organize tasks around specific goals or campaigns
- Tasks can have priorities, due dates, assignees, and subtasks
- Columns represent stages in your workflow
Dashboard & Kanban Board
Understanding the Dashboard
The dashboard is your central hub for managing projects. From here, you can access all your workspaces and projects.
Tips:
- Use the sidebar to navigate between different sections
- Select your workspace from the dropdown at the top
- Quickly access recent projects from the dashboard home
Using the Kanban Board
Kanban boards help you visualize your workflow and track task progress at a glance.
Steps:
- 1Navigate to your project by clicking on it from the dashboard
- 2View tasks organized into columns (default: To Do, In Progress, Review, Done)
- 3Drag and drop tasks between columns to update their status
- 4Tasks are automatically sorted within columns by due date or position
Creating Tasks
Add new tasks to keep your team aligned and nothing falls through the cracks.
Steps:
- 1Click the 'Add Task' button or use the + icon on any column
- 2Enter a descriptive title for the task
- 3 Optionally set a priority (Low, Medium, High, Urgent)
- 4Add an optional due date to track deadlines
- 5Click 'Create' to add the task to the selected column
Editing Tasks
Keep task details up to date as work progresses.
Steps:
- 1Click on any task card to open the task details
- 2Use the edit icon to modify task information
- 3Update the title, description, priority, or due date
- 4Click 'Save Changes' to apply your updates
Task Priorities
Priorities help your team focus on the most important work first.
Tips:
- Urgent: Needs immediate attention
- High: Important and time-sensitive
- Medium: Standard priority tasks
- Low: Nice to have, no rush
Calendar View
Calendar Overview
The calendar view gives you a timeline perspective of all your tasks and deadlines.
Tips:
- Click on any date to view tasks due that day
- Navigate between months using the arrows
- Tasks appear on their due dates in the calendar
- Color-coded priorities make it easy to spot urgent items
Viewing Deadlines
Never miss a deadline with the calendar's deadline visualization.
Steps:
- 1Navigate to the Calendar section from the sidebar
- 2Browse tasks by day, week, or month view
- 3Click on a task to see full details or mark it complete
- 4Tasks without due dates won't appear in calendar view
Planning with Calendar
Use the calendar to plan upcoming work and avoid overloading certain days.
Tips:
- Check for clustering of tasks on specific dates
- Spread out work by adjusting due dates
- Use it for sprint planning and capacity planning
- Share calendar views with stakeholders
Team Management
Team Overview
Manage your team members and their access levels from the Team section.
Tips:
- View all team members in one place
- See each member's role and current assignments
- Quickly identify who's working on what
Inviting Team Members
Grow your team by inviting colleagues to join your workspace.
Steps:
- 1Navigate to the Team section from the sidebar
- 2Click 'Invite Member' or use the invite form
- 3Enter the colleague's email address
- 4Select an appropriate role (Admin, Manager, Member, Viewer)
- 5Send the invitation
- 6They'll receive an email to join your workspace
Role Permissions
Understanding roles helps you control access and maintain security.
Details:
- Admin: Full access to all workspace settings and data
- Manager: Can manage projects, tasks, and team members
- Member: Can create and edit tasks, comment on work
- Viewer: Can view projects and tasks but cannot make changes
Managing Team Roles
Adjust team member permissions as responsibilities change.
Steps:
- 1Go to the Team section
- 2Find the team member you want to modify
- 3Click on their current role to change it
- 4Select the new role from the dropdown
- 5Changes take effect immediately
Reports & Analytics
Understanding Reports
Reports give you insights into your team's productivity and project progress.
Tips:
- Track task completion rates over time
- Identify bottlenecks in your workflow
- Measure team velocity and capacity
- Make data-driven decisions for your projects
Key Metrics
Learn about the key performance indicators available in reports.
Details:
- Tasks Completed: Total tasks finished in a period
- Tasks by Priority: Distribution of urgent vs. low priority work
- Time in Columns: How long tasks spend in each workflow stage
- Team Workload: Distribution of tasks across team members
Using Reports
Leverage reports to improve your team's performance.
Steps:
- 1Navigate to the Reports section from the sidebar
- 2Select a date range for your analysis
- 3Review the various charts and metrics
- 4Use insights to optimize your workflow
- 5Share reports with stakeholders as needed
Settings
Workspace Settings
Configure your workspace to match your team's needs.
Tips:
- Update workspace name and description
- Manage default column names and colors
- Configure notification preferences
- Archive completed projects
Profile Settings
Keep your profile up to date and customize your experience.
Steps:
- 1Click on your profile in the sidebar
- 2Update your display name and email
- 3Add or change your avatar
- 4Update notification settings
- 5Change your password for security
Notification Preferences
Control how and when you receive notifications.
Tips:
- Task assignments: Get notified when tasks are assigned to you
- Due date reminders: Receive alerts before deadlines
- Comments: Stay updated on task discussions
- Team updates: Know when new members join your workspace